Real Madrid has regained the lead in LaLiga after overwhelmingly defeating Las Palmas 4-1, in a new exhibition by Kylian Mbappé. During the course of this match, Edu Aguirre used his X account, being blunt about the Frenchman's performance. 2 goals later, and even seeing his hat-trick disallowed, the collaborator of El Chiringuito didn't hold back.
"This Mbappé is my Mbappé," wrote Edu Aguirre. The well-known journalist, a fan of Real Madrid, didn't stop there, adding: "He is the STAR."
In recent years, Edu Aguirre has been waiting for the new star of Real Madrid especially since the departure of his good friend Cristiano Ronaldo. He seems to have found it, as Vinícius wouldn't serve his cause. The chosen one is Mbappé, with the support of all the fans and having showcased against Las Palmas to regain the lead in LaLiga.
Mbappé's Exhibition Pleases Edu Aguirre
This reaction from Edu Aguirre is not surprising. Although it was a lesser opponent, the truth is that Mbappé was, in part, alone against the danger. Due to Vinícius's suspension, the Frenchman knew he had to take charge, and he did, in the best possible way.
Against Las Palmas, Kylian Mbappé scored two goals, stole two balls, created four chances, and shot on goal 5 times. He is the first player in the last six years to reach these unbelievable figures in a single LaLiga match, clearly showing his great reach.
Real Madrid, Thrashing Las Palmas with Mbappé as the Star
Real Madrid had no problem regaining the lead in LaLiga. They did so by taking advantage of the moment, overpowering Las Palmas and achieving a resounding victory at Santiago Bernabéu 4-1. Although the match started poorly, conceding a goal in the first 30 seconds, Carlo Ancelotti's team quickly turned the score around.
In the early minutes, it seemed that Madrid would have a hard time overcoming Las Palmas as the scoreboard already showed 0-1. The locals didn't give up at any moment and after the first quarter of an hour, Mbappé equalized the match. More specifically in the 18th minute he took advantage of a clear penalty committed by former Barcelona player Sandro.
The white team had the chance to take the lead shortly after, but Brahim missed an easy shot. However, the Spanish-Moroccan redeemed himself minutes later, in the 33rd minute, scoring the 2-1.
From that moment on, Real Madrid was an attacking machine, with Mbappé scoring another goal shortly after. The thrashing could have been even greater, but in between, a goal was disallowed for offside against Mbappé. However, in the second half, Rodrygo extended the lead, sealing the final result.
There were three disallowed goals for Real Madrid, but fortunately, they didn't feel it. Magnificent victory against Las Palmas, with Mbappé as the leader on the field.